Condesa | 12.9 million Mexican pesos (US$777,000)
A two-bedroom, two-bathroom condominium overlooking a leafy park in a bustling historic neighborhood.
This sunny condo in Mexico City's elegant Condesa neighborhood offers spaces for living, working and entertaining and overlooks the treetops of Parque Mexico. Built in 1985 and remodeled in 2004 by Mexican design and architecture firm HABITACIÓN 116, the residence features honey-colored wooden floors, double-glazed windows, rooms for a housekeeper and a flexible space that could be converted into an office or a third bedroom. The unit, one of two apartments on the seventh floor of a medium-sized condominium, has two fenced parking spaces.
The building is hidden between two parks. Across the street, Parque Mexico has tree-lined paths and play areas for children. One block away is the small Parque España. And Bosque de Chapultepec, with nearly 1,700 acres of lawns, bike paths, museums, monuments and water features, is about a mile to the west. Near the residence there are cafes, restaurants, boutiques and a supermarket. Benito Juárez International Airport is approximately 8 miles (13 km) to the east.
Size: 2,152 square meters
Price per square meter: $361
Inside: A foyer leads to a formal dining room and an adjacent open living room with a sectional sofa. A TV room adjoins the dining room. All three rooms have large windows overlooking Parque Mexico. Opposite the formal dining room is a casual dining area that leads to the kitchen, which features Shaker-style wood cabinets. In addition, there is a small tiled laundry room and an en-suite bedroom for a housekeeper.
A hallway leads to the two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a bathroom with a bathtub. Across the hall, the second bedroom has space for a double bed, dresser and chaise longue. The residence features recessed lighting throughout.
Outdoor area: Sliding doors from the dining room lead out onto a covered terrace, currently furnished with a selection of potted plants and a table for two.
Cost: Annual taxes of 20,159 pesos ($1,215) per year
Contact: Liza Gorbach, Mexico, +52-551-328-9530, properstar.com
Juarez | 11.4 million Mexican pesos (US$687,000)
A two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo for pre-sale in a downtown high-rise.
This pre-sale condominium is located in a mixed-use complex under construction in the Juárez district of Mexico City. The high-rise tower, expected to be completed in 2026, will have 525 apartments on 47 floors, ranging from studios to penthouses. According to Sotheby's International Realty, about 70 percent of the units have been sold. The University Club of Mexico City, founded in 1905, occupies the ground floor and gives the project its name: University Tower.
Juárez, a chic downtown neighborhood, is filled with galleries, boutiques, at least two bagel shops, and a chocolate museum. The historic buildings are being restored and reinvented. One is now a Soho House. What hasn't changed: The district is still home to many embassies. Benito Juarez International Airport is less than 10 miles away.
Size: 796 square meters
Price per square meter: $859
Inside: There are two adjoining bedrooms at one end of the residence and a compact living area at the other end. The front door leads to a small hallway with a full bathroom on one side and a laundry room on the other. Behind it are the two bedrooms. The hallway then leads to the open living room and kitchen, which is separated by an island with a stove and counter seating.
Floor-to-ceiling windows brighten almost every room. The master bedroom with ensuite bathroom has a walk-in closet, while the smaller bedroom has access to the hallway bathroom. Residents can book concierge assistance, on-site dry cleaning, room service, handyman services, massages and more.
Outdoor area: Shared facilities include a gym, indoor pool, games rooms, sky bar and lounge. This unit includes an underground parking space.
Cost: A monthly maintenance fee of around $260 covers 24-hour security, a staffed lobby, and use of amenities. Taxes are estimated at $500 per year.
Contact: Antonella Rivas, Mexico City Sotheby's International Realty, +52-555-929-5252, sothebysrealty.com
Cuajimalpa De Morelos | 12 million Mexican pesos (US$723,000)
A five bedroom, five and a half bath suburban contemporary Spanish Colonial home located near three international schools.
This spacious single-family home built in 2010 with bright accent walls and a private, fenced yard is located in a gated community in the Cuajimalpa De Morelos neighborhood. The property has solar panels and parking for two vehicles. The community offers guest parking, grills, shared outdoor areas, and a mix of shade and fruit trees scattered throughout.
The Cuajimalpa De Morelos neighborhood is located on the western edge of Mexico City, hidden between two better-known neighborhoods: Lomas de Santa Fe, one of the city's busiest business centers, and Interlomas, a high-end neighborhood. The area is home to Desierto de los Leones National Park, Mexico's first national park. Parque la Mexicana, a large urban area with hiking trails and restaurants, and Santa Fe ABC Hospital are approximately three miles from the property. Benito Juárez International Airport is approximately 18 miles (29 km) to the east.
Size: 4,488 square meters
Price per square meter: $161
Inside: This attached two-story home features traces of Spanish Colonial Revival coupled with contemporary design. The main floor is dedicated to shared living areas, although one of the home's bedrooms is located near the kitchen and family room. There is also a bedroom for a housekeeper. The tiled living room has a fireplace and a spacious dining area that can accommodate a table for 10 people. Adjacent to the living room is a sunlit family room and a small bar. Glass doors from the living room lead into the garden.
A staircase near the front door leads to three en-suite bedrooms, including the master bedroom with walk-in closet. A TV room doubles as a second family room or office. All have exposed beam ceilings.
Outdoor area: The house stands on a 0.1 hectare lot. Two cars can be parked in front of the house and there are additional guest parking spaces on site. The backyard off the living room has a paved area and has space for a table, grill and space to play or entertain. The complex is planted with old trees, including a large evergreen tree that towers over the houses.
Cost: Annual taxes of about 22,000 pesos ($1,300) per year
Contact: Emilse Alfonzo, C21 Bahia 26, +52-984-323-9477, century21global.com
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